2000 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 516 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Ram | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |